We have had a good start to the Women's Big Bash League 2025. The 5th game is underway, with the defending champions, Melbourne Renegades Women, facing the Sydney Thunder Women. The Renegades Women started with a win, defeating the Brisbane Heat Women, while the Sydney Thunder Women suffered a loss against the Hobart Hurricanes Women in their first game.

The Melbourne Renegades Women have an impressive record against the Sydney Thunder Women. Starting the tournament with a win will give them confidence. The Sydney Thunder Women's last game was a struggle with the ball and they need to improve in that area.

Also Read: WBBL 2025: MR-W vs ST-W Boom11 Prediction 05th Match Fantasy Cricket Tips, Probable Playing XI

MR-W vs ST-W Match Details

• Match: Melbourne Renegades Women vs Sydney Thunder Women, 5th Match

• Date: 11th November 2025

• Time: 9.40 AM IST

• Venue: Junction Oval, Melbourne 

• Live Streaming: FanCode

MR-W vs ST-W Weather Report

MR-W vs ST-W Pitch Report

The surface here will be good for batting with very short boundaries on either side. We can expect a high-scoring fixture, and both teams will prefer chasing.

Top Batters to Watch – MR-W vs ST-W

• Heather Knight (ST-W): 39 runs in this Tournament 

• Courtney Webb (MR-W): 34 runs in this Tournament 

• Chamari Athapaththu (ST-W): 32 runs in this Tournament 

Top Bowlers to Watch – MR-W vs ST-W

• Georgia Wareham (MR-W): 3 wickets in this Tournament 

• Alice Capsey (MR-W): 3 wickets in this Tournament 

• Tess Flintoff (MR-W): 4 wickets in this Tournament 

MR-W vs ST-W Recent Form

MR-W vs ST-W Today Match Prediction Scenarios

Scenario 1: If MR-W Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 40–45

• Predicted Total: 160–170

• Match Result: MR-W to win

Scenario 2: If ST-W Bat First

• Powerplay Score: 35–45

• Predicted Total: 135–145

• Match Result: MR-W to win

Who Will Hit the Most Sixes?

Who Will Hit the Most Fours?

MR-W vs ST-W Predicted Playing XIs

Melbourne Renegades Women 

Georgia Wareham (c), Davina Perrin, Courtney Webb, Deandra Dottin, Naomi Stalenberg, Nicole Faltum (wk), Tess Flintoff, Alice Capsey, Sarah Coyte, Charis Bekker, Milly Illingworth

Sydney Thunder Women 

Phoebe Litchfield (c), Tahlia Wilson (wk), Georgia Voll, Heather Knight, Chamari Athapaththu, Laura Harris, Anika Learoyd, Hasrat Gill, Taneale Peschel, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates.

MR-W vs ST-W Today Match Prediction – Who Will Win Today?

We predict that the Melbourne Renegades Women will win this WBBL 2025 match. Courtney Webb, Deandra Dottin and Alice Capsey will be key players to watch out for.

MR-W vs ST-W Match FAQs

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MR-W vs ST-W Match Details

Melbourne Renegades Women vs Sydney Thunder Women – 05th Match, WBBL 2025

Venue: Junction Oval, St Kilda, Melbourne

Date & Time: 11th November 2025 at 09:40 AM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

MR-W vs ST-W Venue Stats 

MR-W vs ST-W Pitch Report

This venue has a reputation for assisting bowlers. It's a low-scoring venue, and the bowlers could dominate the action. If given the option, it may be best to bat second after the wicket has mellowed slightly.

MR-W vs ST-W Weather Report

The weather is expected to be cool and breezy during this encounter, with temperatures hovering around 14 degrees.

MR-W vs ST-W Last Five Matches

MR-W vs ST-W Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: WBBL 2025: MR-W vs ST-W Boom11 Prediction 05th Match

MR-W vs ST-W Probable Playing XIs:

Melbourne Renegades Women Probable Playing XIs

Davina Perrin, Courtney Webb, Deandra Dottin, Naomi Stalenberg, Georgia Wareham (c), Nicole Faltum (wk), Tess Flintoff, Alice Capsey. Sarah Coyte, Charis Bekker, Milly Illingworth

Sydney Thunder Women Probable Playing XIs

Tahlia Wilson (wk), Phoebe Litchfield (c), Georgia Voll, Laura Harris, Chamari Athapaththu, Lucy Finn, Hasrat Gill, Hannah Darlington, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates, Heather Knight

Topmost Picks for MR-W vs ST-W Boom11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sydney Thunder Women

• Anika Learoyd – Anika Learoyd leads the way using her bat, earning 242 runs at an average of 40.33 and a strike rate of 108.03 in her last ten matches.
• Samantha Bates – Samantha Bates has been the star, taking 11 wickets in her prior nine matches with a strike rate of 16.63.

Top Picks – Melbourne Renegades Women

• Nicole Faltum – Nicole Faltum has provided consistent support, scoring 153 runs in her prior nine appearances with an impressive average of 38.25 and strike rate of 133.04.
• Sophie Molineux – Skipper Sophie Molineux adds strength, taking seven wickets in only her last three matches at a strike rate of 9.42.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for MR-W vs ST-W Boom11 Team:

Tahlia Wilson, Phoebe Litchfield, Courtney Webb, Heather Knight, Georgia Voll, Chamari Athapaththu(C), Tess Flintoff, Alice Capsey(VC). Deandra Dottin, Shabnim Ismail, Georgia Wareham

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Chamari Athapaththu, Courtney Webb

Vice-captain – Alice Capsey, Phoebe Litchfield

Wicketkeeper – Tahlia Wilson

MR-W vs ST-W Probable Winners:

The Sydney Thunder Women started with a loss. Their bowling assault will be a source of concern as they prepare for this crucial game. They'll need strong spells from their primary bowlers to win this match. The Melbourne Renegades Women were off to a good start, with a strong bowling attack. They play at home and will begin the game slightly in front of their opponents. Considering the team combination, the Melbourne Renegades Women is expected to win this match.

MR-W vs ST-W FAQ

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MR-W vs ST-W Match Details

Melbourne Renegades Women vs Sydney Thunder Women – 05th Match, WBBL 2025

Venue: Junction Oval, St Kilda, Melbourne

Date & Time: 11th November 2025 at 09:40 AM IST 

Live Streaming: FanCode

MR-W vs ST-W Venue Stats 

MR-W vs ST-W Pitch Report

The Junction Oval provides a good batting surface. The outfield's smaller size makes it simple to score runs at this park. Fast bowlers are also doing so, as the new ball provides plenty of opportunities on this surface. Spinners have struggled due to the ground's short dimensions.

MR-W vs ST-W Weather Report

Melbourne's skies will be overcast. Rain will be a minor concern, with a 3% chance expected. Expect temperatures to be cool and cloudy, around 17°C.

MR-W vs ST-W Last Five Matches

MR-W vs ST-W Head-to-Head Stats

Injury News

No Injury. Will be added when there is an update.

Also Read: WBBL 2025: MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Prediction 05th Match

MR-W vs ST-W Probable Playing XIs:

Melbourne Renegades Women Probable Playing XIs

Georgia Wareham (c), Davina Perrin, Courtney Webb, Deandra Dottin, Naomi Stalenberg, Nicole Faltum (wk), Tess Flintoff, Alice Capsey, Sarah Coyte, Charis Bekker, Milly Illingworth

Sydney Thunder Women Probable Playing XIs

Phoebe Litchfield (c), Tahlia Wilson (wk), Georgia Voll, Heather Knight, Chamari Athapaththu, Laura Harris, Anika Learoyd, Hasrat Gill, Taneale Peschel, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates

Topmost Picks for MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Prediction:

Top Picks – Sydney Thunder Women

• Heather Knight – Heather Knight was the team's leading run-scorer, with 39 off 31 balls and a strike rate of 125.81.
• Shabnim Ismail – Shabnim Ismail was the Thunder's leading wicket-taker in the previous season. She took 13 wickets in 9 matches, with an economy of 7.05. 

Top Picks – Melbourne Renegades Women

• Courtney Webb – Courtney Webb was the team's leading run-scorer with 34 off 22 balls and a strike rate of 154.55.
• Alice Capsey – Alice Capsey will serve as the key bowler for the Melbourne Renegades in the upcoming match. In previous editions. She took 9 wickets in 9 matches with an economy of 5.93.

Suggested Playing XI N0.1 for MR-W vs ST-W Dream11 Team:

Tahlia Wilson, Heather Knight, Phoebe Litchfield, Courtney Webb, Deandra Dottin, Chamari Athapaththu(VC), Georgia Wareham(C), Tess Flintoff, Alice Capsey, Shabnim Ismail, Samantha Bates

Captain and Vice-Captain Options:

Captain – Georgia Wareham, Courtney Webb

Vice-captain – Chamari Athapaththu, Phoebe Litchfield

Wicketkeeper – Tahlia Wilson

MR-W vs ST-W Probable Winners:

The Sydney Thunder Women started with a loss. Their bowling assault will be a source of concern as they prepare for this crucial game. They'll need strong spells from their primary bowlers to win this match. The Melbourne Renegades Women were off to a good start, with a strong bowling attack. They play at home and will begin the game slightly in front of their opponents. Considering the team combination, the Melbourne Renegades Women is expected to win this match.

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